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Elia Merola

@eliamerola

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I build international partnerships and analyze business opportunities across U.S., Chinese, and European markets.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for an international role where I can build partnerships, analyze business opportunities, and manage cross-cultural projects across global markets.

I've supported international business initiatives at SHAER Technology, Yenching Elite Education & Technology, and IL NEWYORKESE, building a 50+ prospect pipeline for European market entry and sourcing partnership opportunities connecting Italian businesses with the U.S. market.

Across financial analysis, project management, and global events, I've audited contracts for a private airline, managed intercultural education initiatives for 100+ students, and supported IMF & World Bank Annual Meetings logistics for 500+ daily attendees. I'm a trilingual business graduate shaped by study and work across the U.S., China, and Europe.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Business Development Consultant

IL Newyorkese

Jun 2026 - Aug 2026 (2 months)

Sourced and evaluated partnership and sponsorship opportunities for an Italian-American digital media platform, connecting Italian businesses with the U.S. market.

Business Development Partnership Management Market Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

George Washington University

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Grade: 3.7/4.0

Activities and societies: ACE Triple Degree program; 1 of 15 students selected for a 4-year rotational program across George Washington University, Renmin University of China, and LUISS University.

Pursuing a Triple Joint B.Sc. in Business Administration as part of the highly selective ACE Triple Degree program, with a GPA of 3.7/4.0.